SENDIASS Support Worker

Join Our Team as a SENDIASS Support Worker!\n

Salary: £19,882.12 actual pro-rated salary (£23,195.81 FTE)

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Contract: Part Time, Permanent

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Hours: 30 hours per week, with a flexible working pattern negotiated with your line manager

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Base Location: Home-based

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Travel: Regular meetings within Hampshire

Why Work With Us?\n

At Polaris, we are proud to be one of the UK’s largest communities of children’s services providers. For over 30 years, we have been dedicated to improving the lives of young people through our independent fostering and adoption agencies, education services, and bespoke children’s services contracts. Our nurturing community is committed to achieving the best outcomes for every child in our care.

About Hampshire SENDIASS\n

The Hampshire SENDIASS team is part of the Children’s Services branch of Polaris. We provide timely, confidential, and impartial information, advice, and support for parents, carers, children, and young people with special educational needs or disabilities (SEND). Our mission is to empower families to take an active and informed role in their education.

Your Role and Responsibilities\n

As a SENDIASS Support Worker, you will:

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• Provide one-on-one support to children and young people with SEND and their families.
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• Assist with common topics such as EHCP applications, SEND tribunals, and social care provisions.
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• Explain documents and support customers in writing applications and attending meetings.
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• Advocate for customers during the SENDIST appeal process.
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• Help customers understand relevant SEND legislation and policies.
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• Identify barriers and advocate for necessary support services.
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• Maintain accurate records of advice and support provided.
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• Contribute to the development of resources for our SENDIASS website and social media.
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What We’re Looking For\n

We seek a passionate individual who has:

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• A qualification in SEND law or a willingness to pursue IPSEA SEN Law Training within the first year.
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• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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• Experience in a leadership role, with a calm yet assertive approach.
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• Confidence in using Microsoft Office applications and databases.
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• A full UK driving licence and access to a car.
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Working Conditions and Benefits\n

We value our team members and offer:

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• 30 days of annual leave, increasing to 35 days with length of service.
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• Bank holidays off.
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• A company pension plan.
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• Life Assurance (x2).
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• Employee Discount Scheme.
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• Medical Cash Plan.
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Join Us in Making a Difference!\n

Polaris Children’s Services is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff are expected to share this commitment. The successful candidate will undergo an enhanced DBS check, which will be funded by Polaris.

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We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates. If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!